Marrakech
(Budget Hotels)
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Nestled on a large plain at the foot of the snow-capped High Atlas Mountains, Marrakech is a perfect city to visit for a short break or to make an ideal base for exploring southern Morocco. Surrounded by its original fortified city wall Marrakesh entices you into its midst; allow it to absorb into your soul and we are sure that, like us, it will become one of your favourite places. Marrakech has many faces, the historic and labyrinthine Medina of the Almohads (Moors), the majesty of the Bahia Palace, the tranquility of its many famous gardens and the sophistication of its more modern boulevards and cafes. |
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| Today, Marrakech has become a thriving metropolis with chic night spots, top restaurants and a very modern atmosphere in places. All of which emphasises the immense historical context of the Medina and its focal point, the Djemma el Fna. | ||
| Any tour of Marrakech should begin by exploring the Medina followed by a visit to the Djemma el Fna (main square) in the shadow of the renovated Koutoubia Mosque. Enter further into the labyrinthine souk for some serious bargaining and you will be immersed in the sights, sounds and aromas of this mediaeval market place. | ||
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In the evening the Djemma el Fna transforms into a lively al fresco dining experience with such local delicacies as spicy sausages, fresh fish with chips, traditional Harira soup, (sheep's heads are perhaps only for the very hearty traveller though) and washed down with plenty of sweet mint tea of course. All the time you will be surrounded by acrobats, snake charmers, fortune tellers and entertainers of all kinds. |
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NEW: Magic of Morocco |
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group tour - Oct 3rd- 10 days |
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(scroll down to bottom of page for complete guide to Marrakech pages) |
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Hotels featured |
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Menara (3*) |
Oudaya (3*) |
Akabar (3*) |
Amine (3* sup.) |
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(rooms from £18.50 pppn) |
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The Menara is opposite the old city walls and just 10 mins walk to the Djemma el Fna. It has a warm welcome and pleasant public areas, surpisingly spacious for a budget hotel. |
Located in the quiet Semlalia area of Gueliz, this is an ideal hotel to take advantage of the sights, restaurants, bars and shops of the French quarter. |
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(In addition to those properties given space on our web site we will be happy to obtain a price or offer our honest opinion on other hotels and riads; we have visited many that do not offer the required level of service or quality that we expect for our guests. Simply ask us if you had another property in mind and we will tell you what we know.) |
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